WATCH | RAMAPHOSA UNVEILS ACTION PLAN TO TACKLE ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION

Sun 07 June 2026:

President Cyril Ramaphosa has identified the Departments of Home Affairs, Transport and Labour as key to tackling the country’s undocumented migrant issue.

Ramaphosa detailed the state’s stance following months of demonstrations, unrest and instability.

In addition to the departments’ roles in dealing with the crisis, Ramaphosa outlined the following:

Crack down on immigration and labour law violations.
Prevent people from entering the country illegally.
Continue to stamp out corruption in our immigration system.
Strengthen immigration laws and policies.
Continue to engage other African countries to forge a broader response to migration challenges across our region and the continent.